Sexual Abuse Therapists in Dillon County, SC

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Ronald Charles Palmer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
5 Endorsed
Online Only
Now accepting South Carolina clients. I specialize in Depression, Anxiety, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. I am conducting telehealth appointments.
Now accepting South Carolina clients. I specialize in Depression, Anxiety, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. I am conducting telehealth appointments.
(803) 784-7551 View (803) 784-7551
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S.I.M.O.N. Counseling and Consulting Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC/S, LAC, MAC, AADC
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Thank you for exploring S.I.M.O.N. Counseling and Consulting Services. As a Licensed Professional and Substance Abuse Counselor, my scope of services includes depression, anxiety, grief /loss, PTSD, domestic violence, abuse, communication, and self-awareness. I also provide treatment services regarding substance abuse issues. Special populations encompass adolescents, women, and couples served in individual, family units and group settings. Strategies provided are designed to promote self-enrichment, acceptance, accountability and personal responsibility.
Thank you for exploring S.I.M.O.N. Counseling and Consulting Services. As a Licensed Professional and Substance Abuse Counselor, my scope of services includes depression, anxiety, grief /loss, PTSD, domestic violence, abuse, communication, and self-awareness. I also provide treatment services regarding substance abuse issues. Special populations encompass adolescents, women, and couples served in individual, family units and group settings. Strategies provided are designed to promote self-enrichment, acceptance, accountability and personal responsibility.
(843) 508-6968 View (843) 508-6968

Online Therapists

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Bennett Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, MAC, LAC
Little River, SC 29566
Hello, I am Jim Bennett ,Counselor. I have compassionately worked with families, couples, individuals, teens and groups for over 29 years. I have worked with these clients in a private practice setting and in an addictions treatment center setting. I have accomplished Masters Degrees in both Counseling and Clinical Psychology. I studied both disciplines to equip myself for assessment as well as treatment . I became a counselor to help teens navigate their way into adulthood. I quickly found that the family is where it all starts. Therefore, I focused on family/marriage counseling. From there I branched into addiction counseling.
Hello, I am Jim Bennett ,Counselor. I have compassionately worked with families, couples, individuals, teens and groups for over 29 years. I have worked with these clients in a private practice setting and in an addictions treatment center setting. I have accomplished Masters Degrees in both Counseling and Clinical Psychology. I studied both disciplines to equip myself for assessment as well as treatment . I became a counselor to help teens navigate their way into adulthood. I quickly found that the family is where it all starts. Therefore, I focused on family/marriage counseling. From there I branched into addiction counseling.
(843) 508-6284 View (843) 508-6284
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Cindy S Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, NCC, CCMHC, LPC
Columbia, SC 29204
I believe healing begins the moment someone truly listens. My approach to therapy is centered on compassion, empowerment, and collaboration. Whether you're navigating trauma, mood disorders, ADHD, or life transitions, I meet you where you are—with warmth, expertise, and tools to help you move forward. I specialize in trauma recovery, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, anxiety, and depression. Many of my clients arrive feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, and stuck—often carrying trauma they didn’t know they had. Together, we explore those experiences safely and nonjudgmentally, helping you regain peace, self-worth, and clarity.
I believe healing begins the moment someone truly listens. My approach to therapy is centered on compassion, empowerment, and collaboration. Whether you're navigating trauma, mood disorders, ADHD, or life transitions, I meet you where you are—with warmth, expertise, and tools to help you move forward. I specialize in trauma recovery, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, anxiety, and depression. Many of my clients arrive feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, and stuck—often carrying trauma they didn’t know they had. Together, we explore those experiences safely and nonjudgmentally, helping you regain peace, self-worth, and clarity.
(803) 828-0199 View (803) 828-0199
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Simone Esquibel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP
Online Only
My focus is on meeting each person where they are at; seeing their uniqueness and strengths and using these as the foundations for bringing about desired change, acceptance, and helping one see their own strengths. I have a variety of tools in my therapeutic "tool box" and strive to use the tools/techniques that resonate most for each individual. For some it may be a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach or Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT), others Mindfulness, and still others spirituality, somatic work, imagery, or art process may resonate... usually it is a combination of several.
My focus is on meeting each person where they are at; seeing their uniqueness and strengths and using these as the foundations for bringing about desired change, acceptance, and helping one see their own strengths. I have a variety of tools in my therapeutic "tool box" and strive to use the tools/techniques that resonate most for each individual. For some it may be a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach or Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT), others Mindfulness, and still others spirituality, somatic work, imagery, or art process may resonate... usually it is a combination of several.
(843) 647-6890 View (843) 647-6890
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Harvey Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCMHC
Moncks Corner, SC 29461
Better Health Starts Here. At Harvey Counseling Services, we are passionate about helping you - our client - lead a meaningful, happy life – which is why we focus on optimizing the core pillar of your health. As experts with specialties in mental health, sexuality, stress management, and personality-related issues, we work with you to understand your health journey and empower you with the support, education, and resources that can help you set clear and realistic expectations. Our goal is to position you on the path to holistic health so that you can heal and build positive personal and work relationships.
Better Health Starts Here. At Harvey Counseling Services, we are passionate about helping you - our client - lead a meaningful, happy life – which is why we focus on optimizing the core pillar of your health. As experts with specialties in mental health, sexuality, stress management, and personality-related issues, we work with you to understand your health journey and empower you with the support, education, and resources that can help you set clear and realistic expectations. Our goal is to position you on the path to holistic health so that you can heal and build positive personal and work relationships.
(843) 972-7662 View (843) 972-7662
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Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Sumter, SC 29150
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
(803) 843-0007 View (803) 843-0007
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Lynne M. Klaus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LAC
Online Only
Starting now, you can begin a brand new journey toward a more positive path for yourself - one that's filled with growth, well-being, acceptance and empowerment. These aren't just buzzwords or some kind of unattainable dream - you can start down that path today. Let's work together to find solutions that work for you, helping you to discover the true potential of your life. Through various techniques and long-standing approaches with proven results, we'll be able to discover what behaviors and/or thoughts might be holding you back from living your best life and finding meaning in everyday situations.
Starting now, you can begin a brand new journey toward a more positive path for yourself - one that's filled with growth, well-being, acceptance and empowerment. These aren't just buzzwords or some kind of unattainable dream - you can start down that path today. Let's work together to find solutions that work for you, helping you to discover the true potential of your life. Through various techniques and long-standing approaches with proven results, we'll be able to discover what behaviors and/or thoughts might be holding you back from living your best life and finding meaning in everyday situations.
(843) 948-5869 View (843) 948-5869
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Jane Osment
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAR, MDiv, MFT, LPC, LPC-S
1 Endorsed
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Life can be messy, difficult and confusing. Sometimes we just need a safe place to talk. I would love the opportunity to listen and help untangle to messy parts of your life.
Life can be messy, difficult and confusing. Sometimes we just need a safe place to talk. I would love the opportunity to listen and help untangle to messy parts of your life.
(843) 279-5562 View (843) 279-5562
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Jonathan Bennett Jr.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LPCS, CAMS-I
Conway, SC 29526
Thank you for inquiring about my services and treatment specialties. I have and continue to successfully assist many individuals, youth and elderly, couples, and families who are courageous enough to seek professional therapeutic counseling services. In my experience, I have learned that life will inevitably bring changes. Some of which are hard to cope with and endure. These times for many produce stress, anger, anxiety depression, and other mood disorders. I utilize evidence-based practices such as ad CBT and REBT to assist my clients in navigating through and overcoming these times.
Thank you for inquiring about my services and treatment specialties. I have and continue to successfully assist many individuals, youth and elderly, couples, and families who are courageous enough to seek professional therapeutic counseling services. In my experience, I have learned that life will inevitably bring changes. Some of which are hard to cope with and endure. These times for many produce stress, anger, anxiety depression, and other mood disorders. I utilize evidence-based practices such as ad CBT and REBT to assist my clients in navigating through and overcoming these times.
(843) 279-8238 View (843) 279-8238
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Liberty Case
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCTP
1 Endorsed
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety, trauma, or relationship wounds begin to affect your sense of safety, stability, and confidence. If you’re feeling stuck in patterns of overthinking, emotional exhaustion, or recovering from narcissistic or relational abuse, you’re not alone. Healing is possible!
Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety, trauma, or relationship wounds begin to affect your sense of safety, stability, and confidence. If you’re feeling stuck in patterns of overthinking, emotional exhaustion, or recovering from narcissistic or relational abuse, you’re not alone. Healing is possible!
(854) 269-1237 View (854) 269-1237
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Jessica Hardee
Counselor, LPC
Conway, SC 29526
Jessica Hardee earned her M.A. in Clinical Counseling from Columbia International Graduate School & Seminary in 2006 out of a desire to serve individuals and families in a therapeutic setting. Over the last 20 years, Jessica's experience working with schools, faith based organizations, equine assisted therapy programs, and private practice has provided firsthand experience counseling adolescents, individuals, and families as they seek to move forward in a positive direction. It is her goal to provide a relationship that fosters personal growth and positive change for those that are ready to take their well-being next steps.
Jessica Hardee earned her M.A. in Clinical Counseling from Columbia International Graduate School & Seminary in 2006 out of a desire to serve individuals and families in a therapeutic setting. Over the last 20 years, Jessica's experience working with schools, faith based organizations, equine assisted therapy programs, and private practice has provided firsthand experience counseling adolescents, individuals, and families as they seek to move forward in a positive direction. It is her goal to provide a relationship that fosters personal growth and positive change for those that are ready to take their well-being next steps.
(854) 666-2075 View (854) 666-2075
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Chelsea Casey
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, NCC, LPC, ITR-CTS, CLC
4 Endorsed
Online Only
You may be feeling stuck in cycles of anxiety, depression, self-criticism, or disconnection. Perhaps you long for closer relationships but feel weighed down by past experiences, attachment wounds, or low self-esteem. You may find yourself constantly striving, people-pleasing, or avoiding conflict, and wondering why lasting relief feels out of reach. What you want is not just to cope but to understand yourself more deeply, feel more connected, and create authentic change that brings peace, resilience, and fulfillment.
You may be feeling stuck in cycles of anxiety, depression, self-criticism, or disconnection. Perhaps you long for closer relationships but feel weighed down by past experiences, attachment wounds, or low self-esteem. You may find yourself constantly striving, people-pleasing, or avoiding conflict, and wondering why lasting relief feels out of reach. What you want is not just to cope but to understand yourself more deeply, feel more connected, and create authentic change that brings peace, resilience, and fulfillment.
(803) 710-4541 View (803) 710-4541
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Susan E Hardwicke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW-S, CHT, SAP, ADS
Columbia, SC 29205
I work with a wide variety of clients such as relationship issues; trauma and grief work. I also do hypnotherapy to deal with anxiety,pain management, sports improvement,smoking cessation, weight management , and relaxation, plus many other issues. I also have a degree in addictions to help folks who are in addiction as well as those who want to maintain their sobriety and want balance in their lives.I am a Daniel Amen Affiliate as well as a SAP counselor.
I work with a wide variety of clients such as relationship issues; trauma and grief work. I also do hypnotherapy to deal with anxiety,pain management, sports improvement,smoking cessation, weight management , and relaxation, plus many other issues. I also have a degree in addictions to help folks who are in addiction as well as those who want to maintain their sobriety and want balance in their lives.I am a Daniel Amen Affiliate as well as a SAP counselor.
(803) 450-2401 View (803) 450-2401
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Tara L. Corbett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LPC-S
Sumter, SC 29150
I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I offer individual, family, and couples therapy. Although my treatment orientation is primarily cognitive-behavioral, I often utilize an eclectic approach when best suited for client progress.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I offer individual, family, and couples therapy. Although my treatment orientation is primarily cognitive-behavioral, I often utilize an eclectic approach when best suited for client progress.
(803) 566-8583 View (803) 566-8583
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Amy Floyd Gillette
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCMHC
Winnsboro, SC 29180
I unreservedly believe in the resiliency of the human spirit, and I have personally seen clients move from merely surviving to thriving. I am committed to offering a safe place in a non-judgmental setting where you can discover your own strengths and build a life worth living.
I unreservedly believe in the resiliency of the human spirit, and I have personally seen clients move from merely surviving to thriving. I am committed to offering a safe place in a non-judgmental setting where you can discover your own strengths and build a life worth living.
(803) 836-4042 View (803) 836-4042
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Elizabeth VanDermark
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
1 Endorsed
Sumter, SC 29150
Are you or your child anxious? Have you experienced a traumatic event and now have a hard time coping? Are you experiencing relationship issues and just need someone to talk to? Do you feel overwhelmed by past experiences, struggle to cope with strong emotions, or encounter obstacles in daily life? I understand that these can feel isolating and difficult to navigate. I want to provide you with a safe, nonjudgmental space where, together, we can explore these struggles and work towards healing and growth.
Are you or your child anxious? Have you experienced a traumatic event and now have a hard time coping? Are you experiencing relationship issues and just need someone to talk to? Do you feel overwhelmed by past experiences, struggle to cope with strong emotions, or encounter obstacles in daily life? I understand that these can feel isolating and difficult to navigate. I want to provide you with a safe, nonjudgmental space where, together, we can explore these struggles and work towards healing and growth.
(803) 408-7036 View (803) 408-7036
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Tracey Meredithe McDaniel
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD(ABD, LPC, Coach, CISM
Online Only
My ideal clients are high-achieving professionals, women in leadership, and caregivers navigating anxiety, burnout, and life transitions. They often feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, and unsure how to prioritize themselves while managing constant responsibilities. They come seeking clarity, balance, and relief from stress. I help them build coping skills, set healthy boundaries, and reconnect with their identity and purpose so they can move forward with confidence, clarity, and lasting emotional resilience. Reach out today to start your journey toward balance and well-being.
My ideal clients are high-achieving professionals, women in leadership, and caregivers navigating anxiety, burnout, and life transitions. They often feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, and unsure how to prioritize themselves while managing constant responsibilities. They come seeking clarity, balance, and relief from stress. I help them build coping skills, set healthy boundaries, and reconnect with their identity and purpose so they can move forward with confidence, clarity, and lasting emotional resilience. Reach out today to start your journey toward balance and well-being.
(803) 910-4029 View (803) 910-4029
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Jacqueline Campman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP
1 Endorsed
Conway, SC 29526
Trauma is, unfortunately, a very prevalent issue in our world. It can impact our sense of safety, ability to connect with others in a healthy manner and self esteem. Learning the natural responses to trauma as well as our triggers, cues and strategies to regulate helps to increase our ability to gain control over symptoms and respond to current life experiences instead of reacting. Survivors can incorporate their experience as a piece of their life story as opposed to feeling as if they are defined by their trauma.
Trauma is, unfortunately, a very prevalent issue in our world. It can impact our sense of safety, ability to connect with others in a healthy manner and self esteem. Learning the natural responses to trauma as well as our triggers, cues and strategies to regulate helps to increase our ability to gain control over symptoms and respond to current life experiences instead of reacting. Survivors can incorporate their experience as a piece of their life story as opposed to feeling as if they are defined by their trauma.
(843) 438-5097 View (843) 438-5097
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Stacy Fraser
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Everyone has a story. You may be struggling with common, everyday issues and simply looking for perspective, a good listener, and/or a nonjudgmental, friendly atmosphere to share your pain and gain insight into “your story.” Some people are encouraged by family, friends, or medical professionals to seek help. Seeking help takes courage and dedication. Together we will determine the goals of therapy and explore the presenting problem while promoting self-actualization, empowering self-growth, improving relationships, and reducing emotional suffering.
Everyone has a story. You may be struggling with common, everyday issues and simply looking for perspective, a good listener, and/or a nonjudgmental, friendly atmosphere to share your pain and gain insight into “your story.” Some people are encouraged by family, friends, or medical professionals to seek help. Seeking help takes courage and dedication. Together we will determine the goals of therapy and explore the presenting problem while promoting self-actualization, empowering self-growth, improving relationships, and reducing emotional suffering.
(843) 400-4113 View (843) 400-4113
Sexual Abuse Therapists
How do therapists treat sexual abuse?
A good therapist will be nonjudgmental and possibly demonstrate active listening, repeating back what the client says to show that they have understood. These skills allow people to feel comfortable discussing their traumatic experiences openly. Some important treatment goals are to restore a sense of safety and to rebuild confidence. In addition to working one-on-one with the patient, a therapist might bring in supportive family members to assist the client.

Do you have to talk extensively about sexual abuse in therapy?
Survivors frequently find it difficult to describe what happened to them out loud. They can even still be in a state of denial if the sexual abuse occurred recently. It is important for survivors to acknowledge that what happened isn’t their fault and to challenge and reappraise any unhealthy feelings or thoughts as they arise. Art therapy and play therapy are useful non-verbal means of communication for some survivors.

How long does treatment for sexual abuse take?
Recovery from sexual abuse can be a long and difficult process. Some survivors are able to move on naturally on their own, given time, while others require the guidance of a trained therapist. Therapy needs vary and can range from a few sessions to months or even years. Healing from sexual abuse takes time, and everyone’s journey will look a little different.

Can trauma symptoms caused by sexual abuse come back after treatment?
As occurs in many cases of trauma, survivors of sexual abuse may experience PTSD-like symptoms long after the abuse has ceased or after an initial round of treatment has occurred. In such a case, there is evidence that prolonged exposure therapy is a useful treatment for survivors, and may be more efficacious than supportive counseling alone. While triggers may continue to cause distress, the idea is that, with time and repeated exposure, their power will fade, allowing survivors to move on with their lives.